Preparedness and prevention workshops will be presented this winter by the Joseph City Fire Department and the Community Emergency Response Team. The first is on General Preparedness, and will be presented at 6 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 22, at the fire station at 4513 Main St. in Joseph City. The session is free to all members of the community. A first aid kit valued at more than $50 will be offered as a door prize. Future classes will include Water Preparedness, Sanitation Preparedness and Food Preparedness.